Dear Winnetka Families,
Over the past week, we have been working out the details for having lunch at school beginning on April 19th. We have determined that our lunch period will run from 11:30am - 12:10pm at all the elementary schools. Parents who wish to bring their children home for lunch can pick students up at 11:25 am and return them to school at 12:10 pm. Below, please find some additional details.
Some families have notified the school that they would prefer to take their child(ren) home for lunch. If you would like to do this, we ask that you commit to at-home lunch for the first two weeks of the transition (April 19 - April 30). This will help the school better manage the transition to the modified, full-day with lunch. We will re-evaluate the need for at-home lunch commitment after April 30. In our newsletter on April 5, we will send out a commitment form for those who choose to opt into the at-home lunch option.
We will plan to utilize outdoors spaces for eating when possible; however, when we are required to eat indoors, the following protocols will be in place: -
6ft. of social distance wherever possible
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When it is necessary to socially distance below 6 ft., students will be facing forward (same direction) with desk shields up and face shields provided for any staff and students interested and no talking
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Surfaces will be wiped down following eating
When it comes to planning for recess protocol and supervision, the following safety protocols will be in place:
Please know that eating and recess plans will vary by classroom based on the number of students in a class and the space available, both indoors and outside. Also, we plan to use our staff for most lunch supervision. Additionally, Dr. Kocanda is working with our PTOs to find a small pool of parent volunteers that may be used based on the needs of each school. We are grateful for our partnership.
Thank you for your support and patience as we work to expand our students' day.
Sincerely,
Julie Pfeffer and Larry Joynt, Principals, Crow Island School
Joshua Swanner, Principal, Greeley School
Beth Carmody, Principal, Hubbard Woods School
GREELEY NEWS
Dear Greeley Families,
I hope that many students were able to experience the STEM activity last week. For students that were not yet able to use their STEM crate, the good news is that it can be completed at any time!
For families wishing to share photos of the STEM activity, please drop them into this folder. If we receive enough photos, a video slideshow will be created to share with the Greeley community. Please note: For families with children on the No Photo list, this video would be shared with the greater Greeley community. No students would be identified by name. Please share at your discretion.
Thank you for your partnership as we continue to think of ways to deliver fun experiences and traditions to our students whenever possible.
Sincerely,
Joshua Swanner Principal
DISTRICT NEWS
Travel Guidance
Per updated health department guidance, children under the age of 18 are NO LONGER exempt if they traveled with adults who have received a negative COVID-19 test. Children who travel to an orange state must provide a negative test result or quarantine for 10 days; we no longer accept/need adult testing results. Please refer to this link to access the full travel guidance.
Registration Open for Township COVID-19 PCR Testing Clinic--April 2, 3, 4 & 10
New Trier Township School Districts are partnering with NorthShore Clinical Labs to host free COVID-19 PCR testing for students, families, staff, and community members. Test results are expected within 24-48 hours from time of testing. Per the most current travel guidance, children under the age of 18 are not exempt from the travel order and must follow PCR testing or quarantine requirements if they travel.
LOCATION Marie Murphy School Gymnasium 2921 Illinois Road, Wilmette
Those interested in receiving a test must register in advance and complete a laboratory requisition form.
Please contact Northshore Clinical Labs at (773) 570-6510 with any questions.
Adventures in Learning 2021 runs from June 14, 2021 - July 16, 2021
REGISTRATION OPENS MARCH 25!
We are excited to welcome students back to in-person Adventures in Learning! This summer the structure of the program has been modified as we continue to navigate the impact of COVID--19 and prioritize the health and safety of our campers, families and staff. The in-person program options being offered adhere to the District's current mitigation plan and successful student cohort and pod framework.
The Primary Program, for children Pre-K (4 years old by June 1st, 2021) and K - 1st Grade (5 years old by September 1st, 2021) will be housed at Crow Island School. The program is held Monday - Friday, beginning at 8:35 a.m. and ending at 11:30 a.m.
The General Program, for grades 2-8, will be held at the Carleton Washburne School. To protect the health and safety of our students and staff and minimize the need for cohort quarantines, up to 4 distinct courses will be grouped together to create a "pod." This is a change from our typical program structure where students select individual 40 minute classes. Implementing this change allows for cohorts of students to remain intact and thus limits COVID-19 exposure while minimizing the need for and impact of exposure creating large-scale quarantines that would significantly impede a successful AIL experience. The 5-week program will be offered as a 3-week and 2-week session, to ensure campers all have the opportunity to enjoy their favorite classes. When registering parents will be asked to select two pods from the options provided.
Click here to learn more and to view the course catalog for the general program.
Adventures in Learning registration begins March 25 at 12:00 p.m. for Winnetka residents.
Structuring Your Student's Time on Devices: Resources & Parent Survey On Thursday, March 18, the Winnetka Parents Institute had a presentation titled "Structuring Your Student's Time on Devices". This was a presentation in a three part series that is focused on educating parents on technology for their students. Session two will focus on developing digital citizens and the third session will provide ways to work with your student on understanding their digital footprint. All of the videos, resources and step by step tutorials are provided on our Digital Parent Workshop website here
. Please also be sure to fill out the survey at the end of the presentation so we can follow up with you and provide you with the support that is needed. Please join us at the next presentation in April (date TBA)!
Access 2020-2021's District Parent Education sessions below:
Parent Education Opportunities
Family Action Network (FAN)
The Alliance for Early Childhood's PANDEMIC PARENTING TOOLS & TIPS: Recognizing Anxiety and Depression in Young Children
April 8 from 7-8 p.m.
No one likes to think of young children as being anxious or depressed and yet, children experience a wide range of emotions. The pandemic has shifted experiences and supports that families are typically able to access. This leaves children and families vulnerable. Young children won't come out and say, "I'm struggling, can you help?" Instead, they act out in challenging ways. Come learn about the signs and symptoms of depression and anxiety in young children, and how our own feelings can get stirred up by this topic. We'll talk about healthy vs. unhealthy struggles, and how to support our children so they can grow in their own resilience. Programming facilitated by Molly Pope, I/ECMHC, Parent Coach, and Speaker and Trainer. Register Here to attend live or have the recording emailed to you.
Kindergarten & New Student Registration
Registration for Kindergarten and students new to The Winnetka Public Schools in 2021-2022 is now open and can be accessed from the District website. Children who will be five-years-old on or before September 1, 2021, are eligible to enroll.
The New Student Registration includes the following:
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Complete the following new student registration forms online.
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Provide proof of residency. Click here to view the list of documents that will meet these requirements. For your convenience residency documents may be uploaded during online registration.
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Provide the original or certified copy of your child(ren)'s birth certificate and a parent photo ID. Scanned copies or snapshots of these documents may be uploaded during online registration or can be submitted in-person at the District Office by appointment. Please contact the District Registrar at (847) 446-9400 or via email carolinhuh@winnetka36.org for more information.
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Next spring you will receive an email from the District with a link to your child's registration. You will be asked to review the information provided in the past, answer additional questions, pay student fees, and sign up for transportation and before/after-school care at that time. Registration information will be sent to the student's primary email and home address.
Please note: children will not be considered enrolled until both the online registration and all supporting documents (steps 1-3) have been completed. We look forward to welcoming you to The Winnetka Public Schools.
Helpful Information from the District 36 Green Team
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Dates to Remember
saturday, march 27 thru
sunday, april 4
spring break
monday, april 5
PLANNING DAY
NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS
tuesday, april 6
students return to in-school learning
Friday, April 9
Spirit Day
Friday, April 9
Remote pick up day
Friday, April 23 remote pick up day
friday, may 7 spirit day
Friday, May 7 remote pick up day
friday, may 21 remote pick up day
friday, may 28 half day am -
all students remote in am
Monday, may 31 no school
memorial day
Friday, June 4
anticipated last day of school
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